Haldimand County public meetings in 2023

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive a Council Information Package, and vote on eight by-laws. These include zoning amendments (text and mapping updates for Hagersville and Onondaga Mission School, plus a property owned by Mazloum), an animal licensing amendment, a heavy truck route schedule change, and drainage works by-laws. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or delegations listed.

• Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 text amendments
• Zoning mapping updates for Hagersville and Onondaga Mission School
• Zoning amendment for property in name of Mazloum
• Amendment to animal licensing By-law 1396/13
• Amendment to Heavy Truck By-law 2079/19 Schedule A (truck routes)

Court of Revision

The Haldimand County Court of Revision is meeting to hear appeals related to property assessments. The agenda includes a call to order, land acknowledgement, roll call, disclosures of interest, and hearings of appeals submitted by the deadline. The court will deliberate and issue decisions on the appeals.

• Hearing of appeals submitted by the deadline
• Appellants present requesting appeal
• Deliberations on appeal
• Decision of Court

Special Council

This special council meeting includes a draft motion to reconsider a previous decision about submitting a housing pledge within provincial timelines, as well as a report (CDS-12-2023) on the Municipal Housing Pledge. Council will also consider a confirming by-law to formalize its proceedings.

• Draft motion to reconsider decision on housing pledge submission
• CDS-12-2023 Municipal Housing Pledge report
• Attachments: Minister's letter and Municipal Housing Pledge document
• Confirming by-law to confirm council proceedings

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will hold public meetings on three zoning by-law amendments, including a general update to the HC 1-2020 zoning by-law and site-specific changes. Staff reports cover servicing allocations, conservation authority levies for 2024, animal control kennel rules, physician recruitment, and emergency management. Closed sessions are scheduled for non-union compensation and union negotiating parameters.

• PDD-21-2023: Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 general amendments (public meeting)
• PDD-30-2023: Zoning by-law amendment as condition of consent (Mazloum)
• PDD-32-2023: Site-specific zoning to permit oversized accessory structure
• PDD-29-2023: Conservation Authorities 2024 municipal levy (GRCA, LPRCA, NPCA)
• ENG-29-2023: Truck route options on Main Street, Dunnville

Special Council

Haldimand County Council is holding a special meeting to review the draft 2024 Rate Supported Budget, which covers water and wastewater services. The agenda includes a presentation by the Chief Administrative Officer, a resolution for approval, and a by-law to establish water and wastewater charges, repealing By-law 2396/22. No specific dollar amounts or detailed figures are provided in the agenda text.

• Draft 2024 Rate Supported Budget presentation and review
• Resolution to approve the draft 2024 Rate Supported Budget
• By-law to establish water and wastewater charges, repealing By-law 2396/22
• Confirming by-law to confirm council proceedings

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The agenda for this meeting contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion. No rezonings, contracts, public hearings, or other actionable topics are listed.

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to consider 14 by-laws, including zoning amendments for two properties in Caledonia, exemptions from part lot control for multiple blocks, a street closure and sale of part of Moray Street, and updates to delegation and meeting procedures. The agenda also includes a closed session on public health negotiations.

• Zoning by-law amendment for 2720393 Ontario Inc. property in Caledonia
• Zoning by-law amendment for Ronald Atkinson property
• Exemption from part lot control for Blocks 56-72 in Registered Plan 18M-68
• Stopping up, closure and sale of part of Moray Street, Caledonia
• By-law to delegate powers under the Municipal Act, repealing By-law 2322/21

Police Services Board

The Haldimand County Police Services Board is meeting to review routine reports, including monthly detachment commander updates, ticket issuance statistics, and financials. The board will also consider proposed 2024 budgets for the Community Policing Committee and the Police Services Board, as well as the OPP 2024 Annual Billing Statement. A motion to recognize gender-based violence as an epidemic is on the agenda. Several items, including the OPP draft action plan and a personnel matter, will be discussed in closed session.

• OPP 2024 Annual Billing Statement
• 2024 Proposed Budgets for Community Policing Committee and Police Services Board
• Motion to Recognize Gender-Based Violence as an Epidemic
• Haldimand County Provincial Offences Act Ticket Issuance Statistics
• Closed session: OPP Draft Action Plan for 2023-2025

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will hold a public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment in Cheapside, receive a presentation on the Fire Master Plan, and consider departmental reports on planning, public works, and other matters. Items include removing a holding provision in Caledonia, telecommunication tower installations, a fire dispatch agreement, speed limit and parking changes, tax adjustments, an OMERS by-law review, an easement agreement with Rogers, and updates on delegated authority and procedure by-laws. A delegation will discuss fees for filing an Integrity Commissioner complaint, and a draft motion on a basement flooding assistance program is on the agenda.

• PDD-25-2023 Zoning By-law Amendment as a Condition of Consent in Cheapside
• EMS-05-2023 Fire Master Plan presentation
• PDD-23-2023 Application to Remove a Holding Provision in Caledonia
• EMS-04-2023 Fire Dispatch Agreement
• LSS-21-2023 Easement Agreement with Rogers Communications Canada Inc. – Grand Vista Bridge and Trail, Cayuga

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The agenda for the November 21, 2023 meeting of the Haldimand County Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for decision or discussion.

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including a 2-year extension of the municipal police services agreement with the Ontario Provincial Police, parking by-law amendments, and the sale of municipal lands. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and a Remembrance Day ceremony.

• By-law to authorize 2-year agreement extension with Solicitor General for OPP police services
• By-law to amend Parking Control By-law 307/02 (Caledonia and Jarvis)
• By-law to amend Winter Parking Control By-law 302/02 (Caledonia, Dunnville and Jarvis)
• By-law to levy maintenance costs for 15 municipal drains (Babiy, Barry, Sugar Creek Main, etc.)
• By-laws to authorize closure and sale of lane between Front Street and Main Street East, Dunnville, and part of Diltz Station Road, Dunnville

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee meets to discuss and potentially decide on several staff reports, including a procurement policy update, parking by-law amendments, a road closure, and a funding application. The agenda also includes a delegation from the Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation presenting its 2022 annual report and audited financial statements, and closed-session items on land acquisition and legal matters.

• Procurement Policy Update (LSS-23-2023)
• Parking by-law amendments for Caledonia Centennial Public School, Orkney Street East (Caledonia), Ross Avenue (Dunnville), and Peel Street East/Craddock Boulevard (Jarvis)
• Road closure and conveyance of part of Moray Street, Caledonia (LSS-24-2023)
• Ministry of Transportation Connecting Links Program 2024-25 funding application for Highway 3 (Talbot Street), Jarvis (ENG-21-2023)
• IESO Battery Storage Proposal – Municipal Support Resolutions (CAO-03-2023)

Court of Revision

The Haldimand County Court of Revision is meeting to hear appeals from two property owners, Ann Denhartogh and Beverly Druery, regarding their property assessments. The court will deliberate and issue decisions on the appeals.

• Appeal by Ann Denhartogh
• Appeal by Beverly Druery
• Election of the Chair
• Hearing of appeals submitted by deadline
• Deliberations and decision on appeals

Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee is meeting to consider the auditor's report on the campaign finances of candidate Shelley Ann Bentley. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes from August 2, 2023, and standard procedural items. No other substantive business is listed.

• Consideration of Auditor's Report on Campaign Finances of Candidate Shelley Ann Bentley
• Approval of MECAC Minutes from August 2, 2023

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The agenda for the October 17, 2023 meeting of the Haldimand County Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee contains only procedural boilerplate and no listed decisions, proposals, or discussion items.

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council will consider several by-laws including a zoning amendment for Hessels Farms Limited at 555 Diltz Road, new user fees and service charges, and updates to traffic by-laws related to development. Council will also follow up on a zoning by-law amendment to permit a secondary suite on a private road (Moon). The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Zoning by-law amendment for Hessels Farms Limited at 555 Diltz Road
• By-law to establish new user fees and service charges, repealing By-law 2399/22
• Follow-up to zoning by-law amendment for a secondary suite on a private road (Moon)
• Updates to traffic by-laws relating to development in Caledonia, Cayuga, Jarvis, and Hagersville
• By-laws amending winter parking, parking control, speed, and stop control regulations

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee meets October 10, 2023, to discuss and decide on several operational and policy items. Key topics include a zoning amendment for a secondary suite on a private road, a physician recruitment strategy, the Blue Box program transition, and a response to provincial housing affordability task force recommendations. The agenda also includes a public meeting on the Hydro Legacy Fund policy review and a closed session for personnel and legal matters.

• Public hearing on zoning by-law amendment for a secondary suite on a private road (Moon)
• Discussion of physician recruitment strategy options (CDS-07-2023)
• Update on Blue Box program transition and related agreements (ENV-06-2023)
• Municipal response to Housing Affordability Task Force recommendations (CDS-09-2023)
• Public meeting on Hydro Legacy Fund policy review (FIN-16-2023)

Special Council

This is a special council meeting with one substantive item: adoption of a recommendation regarding the Municipal Housing Pledge and Target. The rest of the agenda consists of standard procedural items such as call to order, land acknowledgement, roll call, disclosures, and a confirming by-law.

• Adoption of Recommendation Re: Municipal Housing Pledge and Target
• Confirming by-law to confirm proceedings of Council

Police Services Board

The Haldimand County Police Services Board is meeting to review routine reports, including monthly detachment commander updates, the 2022 Missing Persons Act report, and ticket issuance statistics. The board will also hear presentations on diversity and inclusion, discuss correspondence about donations, and receive updates on the detachment commander selection and board vacancies. A closed session is scheduled to discuss a complaint against the board.

• Presentation by Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee chair
• OPP Youth Foundation donation in memory of Constable Pierzchala
• Crime Stoppers golf tournament sponsorship request
• Haldimand County OPP 2023-2025 Action Plan
• Closed session: OCPC preliminary review of complaint against board (2018-2022)

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, including minutes and by-laws, and to consider a motion to recognize gender-based violence as an epidemic in the county. Several by-laws are up for adoption, including zoning amendments, appointments, and a one-day off-road vehicle permit.

• Motion to recognize gender-based violence as an epidemic in Haldimand County
• By-law to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 for property of 1783576 Ontario Ltd.
• By-law to appoint Kurtis Horn as Building Inspector and Property Standards Officer
• By-law to appoint Cathy Case as Chief Administrative Officer
• By-law to permit off-road vehicles on county highways on October 28, 2023

Accessibility Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Haldimand County Accessibility Advisory Committee consists entirely of procedural items with no substantive decisions or discussions listed. The agenda contains no rezonings, contracts, public hearings, or other actionable items.

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will hold a public meeting on a zoning by-law amendment to permit a cold storage facility, and will hear presentations on the North Caledonia employment lands feasibility study. Departmental reports cover a telecommunications tower, temporary roads by-law, municipal housing pledge, ambulance response times, wastewater contract extension, tax adjustments, customer service strategy, intimate partner violence, road closures, and insurance activity. The meeting also includes a public meeting on the McNichol Municipal Drain and a closed session for confidential matters.

• PDD-18-2023: Zoning by-law amendment to permit cold storage facility (public meeting)
• EDT-06-2023: North Caledonia Employment Lands Feasibility and Servicing Study Phase 1 presentation
• CDS-06-2023: Municipal Housing Pledge and Target report
• EMS-03-2023: Ambulance Response Time Performance Plan for 2024
• ENV-05-2023: Wastewater contract extension (with closed-session addendum)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

The agenda for the Haldimand County Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee meeting on September 19, 2023, consists only of procedural elements (e.g., video, details, history) and contains no listed agenda items, reports, or decisions for the committee to consider.

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to approve minutes, consider eight by-laws, and enter closed session for litigation. The by-laws include appointments of enforcement officers, parking and speed limit amendments, pedestrian crossover changes, and road assumptions on River Road. The meeting also includes routine approvals of previous minutes and a confirming by-law.

• By-law to appoint Building Inspector, Property Standards Officer and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (Jeffrey Winegarden)
• By-law to appoint Building Inspector, Property Standards Officer and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (Scott Fairley)
• By-law to appoint Municipal Law Enforcement Officer (Hayley McConnell)
• By-law to amend Parking Control By-law 307/02 - Caithness Street East and Morgan Drive
• By-law to amend Rate of Speed By-law 2356/22 - Haldimand Road 66

Council passed eight by-laws related to municipal staffing, traffic regulations, and road assumptions. The body also adopted minutes from previous meetings and received confidential correspondence regarding a litigation matter.

• Approved appointment of Jeffrey Winegarden as Building Inspector, Property Standards Officer and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
• Approved appointment of Scott Fairley as Building Inspector, Property Standards Officer and Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
• Approved appointment of Hayley McConnell as Municipal Law Enforcement Officer
• Approved parking control amendments for Caithness Street East and Morgan Drive
• Approved rate of speed amendment for Haldimand Road 66
• Approved amendment to establish pedestrian crossovers
• Approved road widening assumption on River Road in York
• Approved establishment of lands as part of River Road, South Cayuga

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee is meeting to consider several staff reports and a delegation. Key items include receiving the 2022 audited financial statements and the audit findings letter, as well as reports on road and pedestrian safety improvements, a rural business grant application, and administrative matters like committee appointments and the 2024 meeting schedule. The agenda also includes a closed session for personal matters about an identifiable individual.

• 2022 audited financial statements (FIN-14-2023) and audit findings letter (FIN-M02-2023)
• Rural Business and Tourism Community Improvement Plan application for 834 North Shore Drive, Dunnville (EDT-09-2023)
• Turning lane improvements and parking restrictions on Caithness Street East, Caledonia (ENG-14-2023)
• Budget reallocation for 2023 Pedestrian Crossover Program (ENG-16-2023)
• Speed limit reduction on Haldimand Road 66, Caledonia (ENG-17-2023)

Council approved the 2022 consolidated financial statements and various infrastructure updates in Caledonia and Dunnville. The meeting included the appointment of new committee members and the adoption of the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Approved 2022 consolidated financial statements (Carried)
• Approved grant up to $10,000 for 834 North Shore Drive, Dunnville (Carried)
• Approved $42,000 for road shoulder stabilization on North Shore Drive (Carried)
• Approved turning lane and parking changes for Caithness Street East, Caledonia (Carried)
• Approved speed limit reduction on Haldimand Road 66, Caledonia (Carried)
• Approved budget reallocation for 2023 Pedestrian Crossover Program (Carried)
• Approved scope and budget for Ward Boundary Review Project (Carried)
• Adopted 2024 Council Meeting Schedule (Carried)

Special Council

This is a special meeting of Haldimand County Council. The main item is a closed-session discussion of correspondence from the County Solicitor regarding litigation (OLT-23-000050 Kafieh v. Haldimand County). The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public decisions listed.

• Closed session: Correspondence from County Solicitor re: OLT-23-000050 Kafieh v. Haldimand County
• Confirming by-law to confirm proceedings of Council

Council held a closed session to discuss litigation regarding OLT-23-000050 Kafieh v. Haldimand County. Following the closed session, Council introduced and passed a Confirming By-law through three readings.

• Approved convening a closed session to discuss litigation (Resolution 112-23)
• Approved the first and second reading of the Confirming By-law (Resolution 114-23)
• Approved the third and final reading of the Confirming By-law (Resolution 115-23)

Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee is meeting to consider appointing a compliance auditor. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a new business item on auditor appointment. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Approval of MECAC Minutes from June 9, 2023
• New Business: CLE-MECAC-M01-2023 Compliance Auditor Appointment Summary

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee appointed William Molson, CPA, to conduct a compliance audit of Mayor Shelley Ann Bentley’s 2022 election campaign finances. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 9, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Appointed William Molson, CPA as Auditor for Mayor Shelley Ann Bentley’s 2022 election campaign finances

Police Services Board

This is a special meeting of the Haldimand County Police Services Board. The only substantive item is a closed-session discussion of correspondence from the County Solicitor regarding an Ontario Civilian Police Commission complaint. The board will also set the next meeting date and adjourn.

• Closed session: Correspondence from County Solicitor re: Ontario Civilian Police Commission Complaint
• Next meeting: Thursday, September 28, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. in Council Chambers

The Board held a special meeting that primarily consisted of a closed session to discuss correspondence from the County Solicitor regarding an Ontario Civilian Police Commission complaint. No substantive public decisions were recorded.

• Entered closed session at 9:32 a.m. (Carried)
• Exited closed session at 10:11 a.m. (Carried)

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to consider new business, including an updated design and budget for the Hagersville Library and Active Living Centre, and to pass a series of by-laws covering zoning amendments, appointments, road regulations, taxation, and property sales. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, a swearing-in, and a closed session regarding a legal matter.

• CDS-05-2023 Hagersville Library and Active Living Centre – Updated Design and Budget
• Zoning by-law amendments for properties owned by Ronald, Nancy and Marylana Fitzhenry (including removal of 'Holding' provision)
• By-law to appoint Allan Nagel as Municipal Law Enforcement Officer, Property Standards Officer, and Weed Inspector
• By-law to authorize sale of lands on Brant Street East, Cayuga
• By-law to adopt 2023 tax rates and levy for County purposes

Council directed staff to proceed with the detailed design and construction tender for the Hagersville Library and Active Living Centre. The body also passed 11 by-laws covering zoning, taxation, and road regulations. A budget amendment for the library project will be brought to Council once cost estimates are finalized.

• Approved detailed design and construction tender for Hagersville Library and Active Living Centre
• Approved Recommendation 4 regarding Jarvis Lions Park Pavilion Renovation
• Passed By-law 1351-HC/23 and 1352-HC/23 for zoning amendments (Fitzhenry property)
• Passed By-law 2432/23 appointing Allan Nagel as Law Enforcement, Property Standards, and Weed Inspector
• Passed By-law 2436/23, 2437/23, and 2438/23 regarding 2023 taxation rates and capping
• Passed By-law 2439/23 authorizing sale of lands at Brant Street East, Cayuga
• Passed By-law 2440/23 authorizing closure of part of County Road 9, York
• Passed By-law 2433/23 and 2435/23 regarding stop conditions and speed rates

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The provided document contains no specific agenda items, discussion topics, or decisions. It consists of empty procedural fields and software interface text.

The committee reviewed plans for a new website to meet accessibility standards by December 2024. Members were updated on the purchase of a live captioning module for Council meetings and the development of Facility Accessibility Design Standards.

• Approved minutes from April 26, 2023
• Confirmed next meeting for September 21, 2023
• Deferred approval of two new member applications to September

Council in Committee

Council will hold a public meeting for a zoning by-law amendment to permit 16 townhouses at 154, 168, and 170 Caithness Street West in Caledonia. They will also consider the annual tax policy report, a road renaming, speed limit reductions, and an all-way stop request. Other items include a community partnership program for Jarvis Lions Park, paramedic staffing, and a COVID-19 vaccination policy review.

• Public meeting for PDD-13-2023: Zoning by-law amendment for 16 townhouses at 154, 168, and 170 Caithness Street West, Caledonia
• FIN-12-2023: Annual Tax Policy Report including tax levy, ratio, and capping by-laws
• ENG-13-2023: Renaming a portion of Haldimand Highway 54 to Caithness Street East
• ENG-15-2023: Speed limit reductions on Haldimand Road 50 and Rainham Road
• ENG-12-2023: All-way stop request at Cedar Street and Alder Street, Dunnville

Council in Committee approved the 2023 tax policy and ratios and authorized a zoning amendment for a 16-unit townhouse development. Other decisions included funding for a park pavilion renovation and a new staffing model for the Community Paramedic Program.

• Approved zoning amendment for 16 townhouses at 154, 168 and 170 Caithness Street West (CARRIED)
• Set 2023 Tax Ratios and adopted tax policy provisions (CARRIED)
• Approved $17,460 for Jarvis Lions Park Pavilion renovation (CARRIED)
• Approved Option #2 staffing model for Community Paramedic Program (CARRIED)
• Approved renaming portion of Haldimand Highway 54 to Caithness Street East (CARRIED)
• Approved 60 km/h speed limit zones on Haldimand Road 50 and Rainham Road (CARRIED)
• Deferred all-way stop request at Cedar Street and Alder Street pending more info (CARRIED)
• Received Financial & Data Services 2022 Annual Report (CARRIED)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive items. The meeting appears to be scheduled, but no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

The committee assigned individual members to lead six specific initiatives and agreed to a summer recess for July and August. The group will reconvene on September 19th.

• Approved minutes as-is
• Assigned Harsit to lead Awareness of DEIAC/Communicating Efforts
• Assigned Arif to lead Reflection/Representation on County products
• Assigned Gayatri to lead Criteria for Consultation
• Assigned Patrick to lead Land Acknowledgement Maintenance
• Assigned John to lead Outreach to other committees
• Assigned Anita to lead Staff Training Recommendations
• Agreed to summer recess for July and August

Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee will consider an application for a compliance audit of Shelley Ann Bentley's 2022 mayoral campaign election finances, submitted by Lisa Richardson. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and other routine procedural items.

• Consideration of compliance audit application for Shelley Ann Bentley's 2022 mayoral campaign finances, submitted by Lisa Richardson on May 18, 2023
• Approval of minutes from the April 17, 2023 meeting

The Municipal Election Compliance Audit Committee approved an application by Lisa Richardson to audit Mayor Shelley Ann Bentley's 2022 mayoral campaign finances. The committee found merit in allegations regarding undeclared meeting space expenses and sign expense reporting.

• Approved minutes of April 17, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Approved motion to enter closed session at 2:05 p.m. (Carried)
• Approved motion to adjourn closed session at 3:10 p.m. (Carried)
• Granted application for compliance audit of Mayor Shelley Ann Bentley's 2022 campaign finances (Carried)

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council meets May 29, 2023, to handle routine approvals and several substantive items. Key items include a Municipal Capital Housing Facility Agreement with Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation for the Dunnville Affordable Housing Project, a budget amendment for the Caledonia Fire and EMS Station, and a presentation of the BMA Municipal Study results for 2022. Council will also consider several by-laws, including parking and speed limit changes, municipal drain levies, and appointing an interim CAO.

• Municipal Capital Housing Facility Agreement with Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation for Dunnville Affordable Housing Project
• Budget amendment for Caledonia Fire and EMS Station project
• BMA Municipal Study Results 2022 presentation by Jim Bruzzese
• By-law to appoint Cathy Case as interim Chief Administrative Officer
• By-laws amending parking (Walpole), speed limit (Sims Lock Road), and municipal drain levies

Council voted to reconfirm a 2022 request for a Ministerial Zoning Order for employment, commercial, institutional, and residential uses in the Nanticoke area. The board also approved revised budgets for the Caledonia Fire and EMS Station Project and passed several municipal by-laws.

• Reconfirmed request for Nanticoke area Ministerial Zoning Order (4-2)
• Defeated motion to defer Nanticoke MZO consideration until after Ward 4 by-election (2-4)
• Approved revised budgets for Caledonia Fire and EMS Station Project
• Appointed Cathy Case as interim Chief Administrative Officer (By-law 2429/23)
• Authorized Dunnville Affordable Housing Project as a Municipal Housing Facility (By-law 2430/23)
• Passed by-laws for no parking in Walpole and speed rates on Sims Lock Road
• Passed by-laws to levy actual costs for construction and maintenance of municipal drains

Police Services Board

The Haldimand County Police Services Board will hear a presentation from the Municipal Policing Bureau regarding the OPP contract and billing. The board will also consider sponsorship requests from Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk for a charity golf tournament and from the Dunnville Chamber of Commerce for the Mudcat Festival, as well as correspondence about reinstating the School Resource Officer program. Reports include monthly updates from the Interim Detachment Commander, board financials, and Provincial Offences Act ticket issuance statistics.

• Presentation from Municipal Policing Bureau on OPP contract and billing
• Sponsorship request from Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk for 2023 Charity Golf Tournament
• Sponsorship request from Dunnville Chamber of Commerce for 2023 Dunnville Mudcat Festival
• Correspondence from County of Brant Police Services Board regarding School Resource Officer Program reinstatement
• Donation to OPP Youth Foundation in memory of Constable Greg Pierzchala

The Board approved a $500 donation to Crime Stoppers and a $500 donation to the OPP Youth Foundation from the Police Reserve Fund. Members received presentations on the OPP municipal policing billing model and monthly detachment reports. The Board also supported the reinstatement of the School Resource Officer Program.

• Approved $500 donation to Crime Stoppers 2023 charity golf tournament (Carried)
• Approved $500 donation to OPP Youth Foundation from Police Reserve Fund (Carried)
• Supported reinstatement of School Resource Officer Program (Carried)
• Received OPP Municipal Policing Bureau presentation on billing model (Carried)
• Received O.P.P. monthly reports for March and April 2023 (Carried)
• Denied $500 donation to OPP Youth Foundation from Sponsorship budget (Defeated)
• Cancelled regularly scheduled meeting for July 27, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 23, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will discuss curbside collection bid results, proposed no-parking zones on Wheeler Road near Selkirk Provincial Park, and a speed limit reduction on Sims Lock Road in Caledonia. The committee will also consider an unsolicited offer to purchase part of a closed road on Brant Street East in Cayuga and a road closure on part of County Road 9 in York. A closed session is scheduled to discuss trade secret information related to the curbside collection bid results.

• Curbside collection bid results (ENV-04-2023)
• No-parking zones on Wheeler Road near Selkirk Provincial Park (ENG-10-2023)
• Speed limit reduction on Sims Lock Road, Caledonia (ENG-11-2023)
• Unsolicited offer to purchase part of closed road on Brant Street East, Cayuga (LSS-08-2023)
• Road closure on part of County Road 9, York (LSS-10-2023)

Council awarded the curbside garbage and leaf/yard waste collection contract to Norfolk Disposal and directed staff to review the Solid Waste program to offset costs. The body also reconfirmed a request for a Ministerial Zoning Order for the Nanticoke area and approved several by-law amendments regarding road safety and municipal drains.

• Awarded curbside collection contract (RFP ENV-04-2023) to Norfolk Disposal
• Reconfirmed request for Ministerial Zoning Order for lands in Nanticoke area
• Approved Sun Life employee benefit plan renewal rates effective July 1, 2023
• Approved sale of surplus property on Brant Street East, Cayuga for $12,600 plus HST
• Wrote off $48,280.09 in uncollectible municipal drain billing
• Created 30 km/h speed limit zone on Sims Lock Road and Abbey Road
• Amended Parking Control By-law 307/02 for no parking zones on Wheeler Road
• Amended Policy 2009-02 Accessible Customer Service

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and embedded viewer elements with no discernible decisions, proposals, or discussion items. The meeting appears to be a routine or cancelled session of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee.

The committee determined a priority ranking of six goals for 2023 and assigned members to work on these items via sub-committees. The committee also decided to take a recess during July and August.

• Approved minutes as-is
• Ranked top 6 initiatives: awareness of DEIAC, representation on County products, consultation criteria, land acknowledgement maintenance, internal committee outreach, and staff training recommendations
• Assigned members to priority items and sub-committees
• Approved summer recess for July and August

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including amendments to the Official Plan and Zoning By-law for properties owned by McMullen, a temporary use authorization for the Turpin property, a zoning amendment for the LePage property, and an amendment to the Development Charges By-law. Council will also review a summary of public consultation on a Minister's Zoning Order (MZO) and receive a retirement recognition for the Chief Administrative Officer.

• Adopt Official Plan Amendment HCOP-71 for McMullen property
• Amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 for McMullen property (including removal of Holding provision)
• Authorize temporary use for Lori and David Turpin property
• Amend Zoning By-law for LePage property
• Amend Development Charges By-law 2042/19

Council passed seven by-laws covering official plan amendments, zoning changes for specific properties, development charges, and the closure of part of Farr Road. The body also received reports and correspondence regarding Minister's Zoning Order public consultation.

• Approved By-law 1346-HC/23 (Official Plan Amendment HCOP-71 for McMullen property)
• Approved By-law 1347-HC/23 (Zoning amendment for McMullen property)
• Approved By-law 1348-HC/23 (Removal of 'Holding – H' provision for McMullen property)
• Approved By-law 1349-HC/23 (Temporary use authorization for Lori and David Turpin property)
• Approved By-law 1350-HC/23 (Zoning amendment for LePage property)
• Approved By-law 2422/23 (Amendment to Development Charges by-law)
• Approved By-law 2423/23 (Stopping up, closure, and sale of part of Farr Road, Dunnville)
• Received Report CDS-04-2023 and correspondence regarding MZO Public Consultation

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for an education session on the Haldimand County Council Code of Conduct and the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, led by Integrity Commissioner Charles Harnick. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda contains only this training item and standard procedural matters.

• Education session on Council Code of Conduct and Municipal Conflict of Interest Act
• Presentation by Integrity Commissioner Charles Harnick

The Committee of the Whole received an education session from Integrity Commissioner Charles Harnick on the Haldimand County Council Code of Conduct and the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. The presentation covered key principles including confidentiality, incompatible activity, gifts, personal behaviour, and complaint protocols. The motion to receive the presentation was moved by Councillor Metcalfe, seconded by Councillor Lawrence, and carried. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received integrity commissioner's code-of-conduct presentation (carried)

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will discuss several planning applications, including an official plan and zoning by-law amendment for seasonal development on a private lane, a temporary use by-law to permit 7 dogs at 945 Concession 2 Walpole, and a zoning by-law amendment as a condition of consent. The committee will also consider a report on short-term rental accommodations, a 2023 rate adjustment for development charges, and an investment status report. Presentations include the Corporate and Social Services 2022 Annual Report and the Grandview Lodge Annual Report 2022.

• PDD-01-2023: Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment to permit seasonal development on a private lane (McMullen)
• PDD-12-2023: Temporary Use By-law to permit 7 dogs at 945 Concession 2 Walpole
• BME-01-2023: Short Term Rental Accommodations report
• FIN-07-2023: Development Charges – 2023 Rate Adjustment
• Draft motions for streetlight installations at Yaremy Road/Haldimand Road 20 and Aikens Road/Haldimand Road 20

Council approved an Official Plan and zoning amendment to permit a seasonal dwelling on agricultural land (McMullen application), and decided to maintain existing regulations for short-term rental accommodations with no new rules at this time. Several other routine items were approved, including a zoning by-law amendment for lakeshore residential, a community partnership for veterans' banners, and development charge rate adjustments.

• Approved Official Plan and zoning amendment for seasonal dwelling on agricultural land (McMullen) (carried)
• Approved temporary use by-law to permit 7 dogs at 945 Concession 2 Walpole until Dec 31, 2024 (carried)
• Approved zoning by-law amendment from Agriculture to Lakeshore Residential (LePage) (carried)
• Approved $19,080 capital project for Hagersville veterans' banners (carried)
• Maintained current short-term rental regulations, no new rules introduced (carried)
• Approved 2023 development charge rate adjustment effective May 14, 2023 (carried)
• Approved $8,747,116 investment income surplus to stabilization reserve (carried)
• Approved municipal support resolution for Proplant cogeneration power station project (carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to conduct a public consultation on a Minister's Zoning Order, with registered in-person participation and written submissions. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with standard procedural matters.

• Public consultation on Minister's Zoning Order with registered in-person participation
• Acceptance of written submissions on the zoning order

The Committee of the Whole heard testimony from residents, business owners, and representatives from Stelco and Six Nations regarding the Nanticoke Minister's Zoning Order (MZO). Council formally received multiple sets of written submissions concerning the proposal. No vote was taken to approve or rescind the MZO request during this meeting.

• Received written submissions from 34 individuals regarding MZO Public Consultation
• Received additional written submissions from 8 individuals regarding MZO Public Consultation

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to approve minutes, receive a Council Information Package, and consider three by-laws: authorizing a Natural Gas Appointment and Retainer Agreement with Local Authority Services, amending the pedestrian crossover by-law (2374/22), and further amending the parking regulation by-law (307/02). The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• By-law to authorize Natural Gas Appointment and Retainer Agreement with Local Authority Services
• By-law to amend By-law 2374/22 establishing pedestrian crossovers
• By-law to further amend By-law 307/02 regulating parking
• Approval of Council minutes from March 27, 2023
• Approval of Council in Committee minutes from April 11, 2023

Council passed three by-laws regarding a natural gas retainer agreement, pedestrian crossovers, and parking regulations. A confirming by-law was also approved. Two notices of motion for streetlight installations were submitted for future consideration.

• Approved By-law 2418/23 for Natural Gas Appointment and Retainer Agreement with Local Authority Services
• Approved By-law 2419/23 amending pedestrian crossover regulations
• Approved By-law 2420/23 amending parking regulations
• Approved the Confirming By-law
• Adopted March 27, 2023 Council meeting minutes
• Adopted April 11, 2023 Council in Committee meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to conduct a public consultation on a Minister's Zoning Order, with virtual participation available. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public consultation on Minister's Zoning Order

The committee held a virtual public consultation regarding the Nanticoke Minister's Zoning Order (MZO). Residents and speakers discussed environmental concerns, health risks, school capacity, and indigenous engagement. No formal decisions or votes were made regarding the MZO during this meeting.

• Adjourned meeting at 4:11 p.m. (Carried)

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will review the 2022 Resident Satisfaction Survey results, consider several planning and operational reports, and hear delegations. Items include community improvement plan applications, a road naming, by-law updates, and an unsolicited offer to purchase county land.

• 2022 Resident Satisfaction Survey results (CEC-05-2023)
• Downtown Area Community Improvement Plan applications for 146 Queen Street, Dunnville and 16 Main Street North, Hagersville
• Naming of corporate asset as Barbara Martindale Memorial Lane (CDP-03-2023)
• Pedestrian crossover by-law and parking control by-law updates (ENG-07-2023)
• Unsolicited offer to purchase a portion of 739 Cross Street West, Dunnville (LSS-06-2023)

Council approved the 2022-2026 Term of Council Corporate Priorities and updated the corporate social media policy. The committee also approved several downtown improvement grants and budget amendments for public works and software projects.

• Approved naming the laneway from Caithness Street East to Edinburgh Square as 'Barbara Martindale Memorial Lane' (Carried)
• Approved downtown improvement grants for 146 Queen Street, Dunnville (max $15,641) and 16 Main Street North, Hagersville (max $6,299) (Carried)
• Approved 2023 Tax Supported Operating Budget amendment for hazardous and special products tender (Carried)
• Approved revised budgets for Business Application Software Project (Carried)
• Amended By-law 2374/22 and Parking Control By-law 307/02 for new pedestrian crossover locations (Carried)
• Authorized a two-year renewable natural gas procurement agreement with Local Authority Services (Carried)
• Replaced Policy 2015-03 with a new Social Media Policy and adopted Council guidelines (Carried)
• Approved 2022-2026 Term of Council Corporate Priorities for implementation between 2023 and 2026 (Carried)

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including amendments to the zoning by-law, a taxi fare change, and a by-election for the Ward 4 Councillor vacancy. They will also discuss updates to the public consultation plan for a Minister's Zoning Order and make a Public Library Board appointment. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and a closed session for a personal matter.

• By-law to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 (general amendments)
• By-law to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 - mapping update in Caledonia
• By-law to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 - mapping update in Cottonwood
• By-law to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 - mapping update in Walpole Industrial
• By-law to amend By-law 2139/20 regulating fares for licensed vehicles

Council passed seven by-laws, including one requiring a by-election for the Ward 4 Councillor vacancy. The board appointed Adrienne Johnston to the Public Library Board and approved a public consultation plan for the Nanticoke Minister’s Zoning Order.

• Appointed Adrienne Johnston to the Haldimand County Public Library Board
• Approved Recommendation #7 regarding the Nanticoke Minister’s Zoning Order Public Consultation Plan
• Passed By-law 2416/23 to hold a Ward 4 Councillor by-election with internet voting
• Passed By-law 2415/23 regulating fares for licensed vehicles
• Passed By-law 2414/23 establishing a policy for civic numbering and road identification
• Passed By-laws 1342-HC/23, 1343-HC/23, 1344-HC/23, and 1345-HC/23 to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020
• Adopted minutes from March 6 and March 21, 2023 meetings

Police Services Board

The Haldimand County Police Services Board will hear a funding request from Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk, review a draft motion on the Detachment Commander Selection Committee, and receive reports including the interim detachment commander's monthly report, board financials, and Provincial Offences Act ticket issuance statistics. The board will also discuss an update on a council vacancy.

• Delegation from Bailey Long, Chair, Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk, requesting funding
• Draft motion regarding the Detachment Commander Selection Committee
• Monthly report from the Interim Detachment Commander for February 2023
• Board financials and current reserve figures as of March 2023
• Haldimand County Provincial Offences Act ticket issuance statistics

The Board approved a $1,000 donation to Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk. Members also resolved to be fully engaged in the OPP detachment commander selection process. The Board received monthly reports on policing statistics and financials.

• Approved $1,000 donation to Crime Stoppers of Haldimand and Norfolk (Carried)
• Resolved that all PSB members will be included on the Detachment Commander Selection Committee (Carried)
• Adopted regular and closed meeting minutes from January 26, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted special and closed meeting minutes from February 9, 2023 (Carried)
• Received February 2023 O.P.P. monthly reports (Carried)
• Received Board Financials and Current Reserve Figures dated March 8, 2023 (Carried)
• Received January and February 2023 Provincial Offences Act Ticket Issuance Reports (Carried)

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will hold a public meeting for a proposed apartment building at 40 Cayuga Street, Caledonia, and consider general amendments to the zoning by-law. They will also review several staff reports, including servicing allocations, a civic addressing by-law, and a budget amendment for watermain replacements. The agenda includes routine items like remuneration reports and insurance updates, plus closed-session matters.

• Public meeting for apartment building at 40 Cayuga Street, Caledonia (PDD-09-2023)
• General amendments to Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 (PDD-05-2023)
• Budget amendment for Hagersville and Dunnville Cast Iron Watermain Replacement (ENG-06-2023)
• Establishment of a Civic Addressing By-law (PDD-08-2023)
• Options to address Council vacancy (CLE-03-2023)

Council approved a by-election to fill the Ward 4 Councillor vacancy and appointed Cathy Case as Interim Chief Administrative Officer. Other key actions included approving zoning by-law amendments and updating the seasonal patio program.

• Authorized by-election to fill Ward 4 Councillor vacancy
• Appointed Cathy Case as Interim CAO (effective June 1, 2023) and CAO (effective Oct 1, 2023)
• Approved general amendments to Zoning By-law HC 1-2020
• Approved $35,960.65 in assessment and tax adjustments
• Extended Seasonal Sidewalk and On-Street Patio Program to run April 1st – November 30th
• Approved $21,220 for 2023 and $21,220 for 2024 to change Accessibility Coordinator to temporary full-time
• Approved increase to Hired Vehicle Fares and annual CPI adjustment authority
• Approved 2023 Tax Supported Capital Budget amendments for Ward Specific Funding and watermain replacement

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to approve minutes from previous meetings, consider a Council Information Package, and vote on three by-laws. Two by-laws amend the zoning for properties in the name of Joseph Anacleto, including removal of a Holding provision, and one designates lands in Registered Plan 43 as exempt from Part Lot Control. The agenda is otherwise routine procedural items.

• By-law to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 for Joseph Anacleto
• By-law to remove Holding 'H' provision for Joseph Anacleto
• By-law to exempt lands in Registered Plan 43 from Part Lot Control, repealing By-law 1338-HC/23
• Approval of Council and Committee minutes from February 13, 16, 28 and March 2, 2023

Council acknowledged the resignation of Natalie Stam and declared the Ward 4 Councillor office vacant. Three zoning-related by-laws were passed, and staff were directed to provide options for filling the council vacancy by March 21, 2023.

• Declared Ward 4 Councillor office vacant following Natalie Stam's resignation
• Approved By-law 1339-HC/23 to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 (Joseph Anacleto)
• Approved By-law 1340-HC/23 to remove 'Holding – H' provision in Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 (Joseph Anacleto)
• Approved By-law 1341-HC/23 to exempt lands in Registered Plan 43 from Part Lot Control and repeal By-law 1338-HC/23
• Directed staff to report options for filling the Ward 4 vacancy on March 21, 2023
• Adopted minutes from February 13, March 2, and February 16 meetings
• Approved the Confirming By-law

Special Council

Haldimand County Council is holding a special meeting to review the 2023 draft tax-supported operating budget, including corporate summaries presented by general managers. They will also discuss a social housing funding update and consider a by-law to amend user fees and service charges. The meeting includes a resolution approval and a confirming by-law for the proceedings.

• 2023 Draft Tax Supported Operating Budget presentation
• HRD-03-2023 Net Better Off Leadership Approach report
• CSS-B01-2023 Social Housing Funding Update with HNHC repair and renewal project list
• By-law to amend Schedule F of By-law 2399/22 User Fees and Service Charges
• Confirming by-law to confirm Council proceedings

Council approved the 2023 Tax Supported Operating Budget with a total levy requirement of $80,305,850, resulting in a 3.28% residential tax impact. The meeting also included approvals for social housing funding, new staff positions, and updated user fees.

• Approved 2023 Tax Supported Operating Budget at a net levy of $80,305,850
• Approved $1,006,000 in 2023 and $628,000 annually for 2024-2025 for social housing repairs
• Approved $72,000 in capital amendments for new staff positions including an Urban Forester and Solutions Analyst
• Adopted the 'Net Better Off' leadership approach in principle
• Approved BIA levy requirements for Hagersville ($14,400), Dunnville ($28,860), and Caledonia ($51,660)
• Passed By-law 2411/23 to amend user fees and service charges
• Approved the exclusion of specific amortization expenses from the operating budget per Public Sector Accounting Board guidelines

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee meets to discuss planning, departmental reports, and delegations. Key items include a zoning by-law amendment for a new vacation home dwelling, the Blue Box transition, annual reports on engineering and water quality, and budget guidelines for the 2022-2026 term. The meeting also includes a closed session for labour negotiations.

• Zoning by-law amendment for new vacation home dwelling at 1 Great Lakes Lane (PDD-03-2023)
• Blue Box transition presentation
• Engineering and Capital Works 2022 Annual Report (ECW-01-2023)
• 2022 Ambulance Response Time Performance results (EMS-M01-2023)
• 2023 Municipal Levy for Grand River and Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authorities (PDD-11-2023)

Council approved budget guidelines for the 2022-2026 term and directed staff to organize public consultation regarding a Minister's Zoning Order for a new community in Nanticoke. Other actions included approving a zoning amendment for a vacation home and funding for community paramedic and soccer club equipment.

• Approved rezoning of 1 Great Lakes Lane from Agriculture to Lakeshore Residential – Holding for a vacation home
• Authorized Springvale Park Committee to manage park operations and approved a $4,940 grant
• Approved $311,800 for two Community Paramedic Vehicles, a trailer, and equipment (100% MOHLTC funded)
• Approved $53,800 for a Temporary 1.0 FTE Divisional Support Staff (100% LHIN funded)
• Adopted 2022-2026 budget guidelines including a 3.0% average annual residential property tax increase target
• Ratified the Memorandum of Settlement with OPSEU Local 2102
• Approved $24,500 from Community Partnership Capital Reserve for Haldimand Youth Soccer Club line painting system
• Directed staff to organize public consultation regarding the current resolution requesting a MZO for a new community in Nanticoke

Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting is largely a priority planning workshop, with opening remarks from the CAO and a facilitator. The only other substantive item is a closed session for a personnel matter. No decisions or specific proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Priority Planning Workshop with facilitator Glenn Pothier
• Closed session: verbal update on personnel matter

Council participated in a priority planning workshop facilitated by Glenn Pothier to identify top county priorities. A summary report will be provided to the CAO for a March 2023 report to Council. The committee also convened a closed session to discuss a personnel matter.

• Approved convening a closed session at 2:39 p.m. to discuss personal matters regarding an identifiable individual
• Approved adjourning the closed session at 3:25 p.m.
• Approved adjournment of the meeting at 3:26 p.m.

Council Meeting

This is a regular Haldimand County Council meeting with mostly routine administrative items: approving previous minutes, receiving committee minutes, and passing by-laws. The main substantive items are two by-laws: one establishing an interim tax levy with penalties for non-payment, and one authorizing short-term borrowing to cover 2023 expenses until revenues arrive. The meeting also includes a closed session for a personnel matter.

• By-law to provide for an interim tax levy, payment of taxes, and penalty/interest for non-payment
• By-law to authorize borrowing for 2023 current expenditures until revenues are received
• Approval of minutes from Jan 25, Feb 2, Feb 7, and Feb 9 meetings
• Introduction to the Economic Development and Tourism Division
• Closed session: verbal update on a personnel matter

Council passed two by-laws regarding an interim tax levy and the borrowing of funds for 2023 expenditures. The meeting also included a presentation on the Economic Development and Tourism Division and a closed session regarding a personnel matter.

• Approved By-law 2408/23 for interim tax levy, tax payments, and non-payment penalties (Carried)
• Approved By-law 2409/23 to authorize borrowing for 2023 expenditures (Carried)
• Adopted January 25, 2023 Council and Closed Session minutes (Carried)
• Adopted February 2, 2023 Special Council meeting minutes (Carried)
• Adopted February 7, 2023 Council in Committee and Closed Session minutes (Carried)
• Adopted February 9, 2023 Committee of the Whole minutes (Carried)
• Received presentation on Economic Development and Tourism Division (Carried)
• Approved Confirming By-law (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

This is a Committee of the Whole meeting for Haldimand County. The main item is Part 3 of Council Orientation, which covers major ongoing initiatives and the term of council priorities process. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Council Orientation (Part 3) - Major ongoing initiatives and term of council priorities process

The Committee of the Whole received a presentation from the Senior Management Team regarding major ongoing projects, initiatives, and challenges. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Received Council orientation presentation on major ongoing initiatives and term of council priorities process

Police Services Board

This is a procedural meeting of the Haldimand County Police Services Board. The only substantive item is a training session led by David Tilley, a Police Services Advisor from the Ministry of the Solicitor General. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Training session led by David Tilley, Police Services Advisor - Zone 4, Ministry of the Solicitor General

The Board received a training presentation from the Ministry of the Solicitor General regarding policing roles and the upcoming Community Safety and Policing Act. The Board also entered a closed session to discuss Detachment Commander Recruitment.

• Received training presentation from David Tilley, Police Services Advisor (Carried)
• Waived Procedure By-law Section 4.2.3 to add Detachment Commander Recruitment to the agenda (Carried)
• Entered closed session at 10:29 a.m. to discuss Detachment Commander Recruitment (Carried)
• Exited closed session at 10:58 a.m. (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

This Committee of the Whole meeting is largely procedural, with the only substantive item being a training session led by staff from the Walkerton Clean Water Centre on the Standard of Care for drinking water. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Training session on Standard of Care (Drinking Water) by Walkerton Clean Water Centre

The Committee of the Whole received a presentation and training session from the Walkerton Clean Water Centre regarding the Standard of Care for drinking water. The session covered legislation, contamination prevention, and the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard.

• Received presentation and training material from Walkerton Clean Water Centre (Carried)

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee meets to discuss and decide on several staff reports, including a budget amendment for the Frank Marshall Business Park storm pond upgrade, an analysis of the assessment update, and the 2023 interim tax levy and temporary borrowing. The committee will also consider unsolicited offers to close and convey parts of Hill and Snow Streets in Cayuga, a request to purchase a portion of the Farr Road allowance in Dunnville, and a draft motion to make a truck route through Dunnville permanent. A delegation from the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation will present on their history.

• ENG-04-2023 Budget Amendment – Frank Marshall Business Park Storm Pond Upgrade
• FIN-03-2023 Interim Tax Levy and Temporary Borrowing for the Year 2023
• LSS-02-2023 Unsolicited Offer - Road Closure and Conveyance - Part of Hill Street and Part of Snow Street, Cayuga
• LSS-03-2023 Request to Purchase a Portion of Road Allowance – Farr Road, Dunnville
• Draft Motion Re: Moving Truck Route through Dunnville from Main Street to Broad Street on a permanent basis

Council adopted the 2023 combined interim tax rates and approved the sale of road allowances on Farr Road and in Cayuga. The board also approved a budget amendment for the Frank Marshall Business Park storm pond upgrade and a new health and safety policy.

• Adopted 2023 combined interim tax rates with installments due March 31 and May 31 (Carried)
• Approved sale of Farr Road allowance to Ruth-Ann Nieuwesteeg for $900 plus HST and Jill Aileen Graham for $300 plus HST (Carried)
• Authorized negotiation of road allowance sales on Hill Street and Snow Street in Cayuga to Barbara Birgitt Nichols and Robert William Nichols (Carried)
• Approved revised budgets for Frank Marshall Business Park Storm Pond Upgrade (Carried)
• Approved 2023 Occupational Health and Safety Program and Policy (Carried)
• Approved funding 2022 Municipal Election expenditure shortfall from Contingency Reserve Fund (Carried)
• Directed staff to report on feasibility of moving Dunnville Truck Route from Main St. to Broad St. permanently (Carried)
• Received reports on assessment updates and the Weikman Municipal Drain withdrawal (Carried)

Special Council

Haldimand County Council is holding a special meeting to review the draft Tax Supported Capital Budget and Forecast for 2023-2032, with presentations from the CAO and department heads. Council will consider specific capital project briefs and may approve resolutions. The meeting is primarily a budget review session.

• Draft Tax Supported Capital Budget and Forecast 2023-2032
• Grandview Lodge HVAC Controls and Infrastructure Upgrades
• Tuscarora Street Sidewalk Extension (Hagersville) - Ward 4
• John Street Sidewalk (Dunnville) - Ward 6
• Tree Removal, Stump Grinding and Tree Planting Program

Council approved the 2023 Tax Supported Capital Budget and Forecast 2023-2032. The 2023 capital expenditures are set at $32,639,180, with a 1.00% levy increase for capital purposes. The long-term forecast through 2032 was approved in principle at $294,109,870.

• Approved 2023 tax supported capital expenditures of $32,639,180 (Resolution 15-23)
• Approved Capital Forecast for Tax Supported Services 2024-2032 in principle at $294,109,870 (Resolution 15-23)
• Approved a 1.00% levy increase for capital purposes (Resolution 15-23)
• Approved $1.6M one-time transfer from Contingency Reserve to Capital Replacement Reserve – General (Resolution 15-23)
• Received project briefs for Grandview Lodge HVAC, Tuscarora Street sidewalk, tree program, and John Street sidewalk (Resolution 12-23)
• Amended Website Redesign financing to $137k from General Reserve, $29k from IT Reserve, and $96k from Federal Grant (Resolution 13-23)
• Deferred Kinsmen Park Bleacher Replacement project from 2023 to 2024 (Resolution 14-23)
• Authorized Development Related Debt for Caledonia Fire and EMS Station and Caledonia Arterial Road projects (Resolution 15-23)

Police Services Board

The Haldimand County Police Services Board will elect a chair and vice-chair, then review reports including the detachment commander's update, financials, ticket statistics, and proposed 2023 budgets for community policing and the board itself. The board will also consider a by-law to add a land acknowledgement to its meeting proceedings and receive updates on a procedure by-law amendment and a RIDE grant.

• Election of chair and vice-chair
• 2023 Proposed Community Policing Budget and 2023 Proposed Police Services Board Budget
• By-law to amend Procedure By-law to include land acknowledgement statement
• Monthly Report from Detachment Commander (Oct-Dec 2022)
• Haldimand County Provincial Offences Act Ticket Issuance Statistics

The Board approved draft 2023 budgets for the Police Services Board and Community Policing Committee. Members also elected a Chair and Vice Chair and passed a by-law to include a land acknowledgement statement at meetings.

• Appointed Lorne Boyko as Chair (Carried)
• Appointed Shelley Ann Bentley as Vice Chair (Carried)
• Approved 2023 draft Community Policing Committee budget with $9,750 net levy (Carried)
• Approved 2023 draft Police Services Board budget with $23,370 net levy (Carried)
• Approved 2023 OAPSB membership dues of $3,313.35 plus HST and Zone 4 dues of $50.00 (Carried)
• Passed by-law to include land acknowledgement statement in meeting proceedings (Carried)
• Adopted September 29, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received O.P.P. monthly reports and ticket issuance statistics for Oct-Dec 2022 (Carried)

Council Meeting

Haldimand County Council is meeting to consider several by-laws, including zoning amendments for properties owned by the Bulk family, a land sale in the Frank Marshall Business Park, and agreements to support affordable housing projects. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, a retirement recognition, and a closed session for a personnel matter.

• Zoning by-law amendments for properties owned by Cornelia Bulk, Otto Bulk, and Black Rose Financial Services Inc.
• By-law to designate lands in Registered Plan 18M-43 as exempt from Part Lot Control
• By-law to amend stop condition regulations for Jarvis and Caledonia (By-law 2385/22)
• Sale of approximately 1.5 acres in Frank Marshall Business Park
• By-law to authorize Municipal Capital Housing Facility agreements for affordable housing (to be tabled)

Council passed six by-laws, including authorizations for affordable housing projects and a land sale in the Frank Marshall Business Park. The meeting also included the approval of several previous committee minutes and a closed session regarding personnel matters.

• Approved By-law 2405/23 to enter Municipal Capital Housing Facility agreements for affordable housing
• Approved By-law 2404/23 to authorize the sale of approximately 1.5 acres of land in the Frank Marshall Business Park
• Approved By-law 2403/23 to regulate stop conditions at Jarvis and Caledonia
• Approved By-law 1338-HC/23 to exempt lands within Registered Plan 18M-43 from Part Lot Control
• Approved By-law 1336-HC/23 and 1337-HC/23 to amend Zoning By-law HC 1-2020 for properties related to Bulk and Black Rose Financial Services Inc.
• Adopted minutes from December 12, 2022 Council meeting
• Adopted Committee of the Whole minutes from January 10 and 12, 2023
• Adopted Council in Committee and Closed Session minutes from January 17, 2023

Council in Committee

Haldimand County Council in Committee will review several staff reports and motions, including a draft comprehensive signage strategy, a new accessibility plan, and a budget amendment for the Caledonia cast iron watermain replacement. The committee will also consider funding for the Dunnville Affordable Housing Project, two all-way stop requests, and heritage alteration requests. A closed session is scheduled for a potential parkland purchase, citizen appointments, and litigation matters.

• Dunnville Affordable Housing Project funding and Municipal Capital Housing Facility Agreement
• Budget amendment for Caledonia Cast Iron Watermain Replacement Project
• All-way stop requests at Lafayette Street East/Saunders Drive, Jarvis and River Road/Tartan Drive, Caledonia
• Removal of holding provision at 34 Johnson Road
• Heritage alteration requests for Enniskillen Lodge and Squire William Anthony Log Cabin

Council adopted the Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2023-2027 and approved a comprehensive signage strategy with a $118,400 budget reallocation. Other actions included appointing members to various advisory boards and approving heritage property alterations.

• Adopted Multi-Year Accessibility Plan 2023-2027
• Approved Comprehensive Signage Strategy and reallocated $118,400 in capital budget
• Approved $124,009 transfer from Social Housing Reserve to Haldimand Norfolk Housing Corporation
• Approved removal of Holding provision for single detached dwelling at 34 Johnson Road
• Supported heritage property alterations for Enniskillen Lodge and Squire William Anthony Log Cabin
• Approved installation of all-way stops at Lafayette St E/Saunders Dr and River Rd/Tartan Dr
• Approved budget amendment for Caledonia Cast Iron Watermain Replacement Project
• Appointed citizens to 12 boards and advisory committees

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for the second part of a council orientation session. The agenda includes a presentation on ongoing initiatives, expected key decisions for this term of Council, and the process for setting Council priorities. No formal decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Council Orientation Presentation (Part 2) attached

The Committee of the Whole met for a Council orientation session. Members of the Senior Management Team provided overviews of ongoing initiatives, expected key decisions for the term, and the process for setting Council priorities.

• Received Council orientation presentation regarding ongoing initiatives and priorities

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting for the first part of a council orientation, covering organizational structure, key principles and policies, and council/staff relations. No decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is procedural and informational.

• Council Orientation (Part 1): organizational structure, key principles and policies, council/staff relations

The Committee of the Whole met for a Council Orientation session. Council received a presentation regarding organizational structure, key principles, policies, and council/staff relations.

• Received orientation presentation on organizational structure, key principles and policies, council/staff relations